What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

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Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: In front of the store I will be waiting for you inside the car.

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Meiji Mura and Inuyama Castle Day Tour Nagoya

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Overview

Explore Japan's rich history on a captivating day tour from Nagoya that combines the unique open-air museum of Meiji Mura with the ancient Inuyama Castle. Stroll through Meiji Mura, a village showcasing architectural wonders from the Meiji era, and learn about its significance in Japan's modernization. After a delightful lunch, visit Inuyama Castle, one of Japan’s few original castles, and climb to enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape. This tour offers an in-depth historical perspective, ideal for culture enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

- Discover the fascinating Meiji Mura, a historical open-air museum
- Enjoy a guided exploration of Inuyama Castle, a rare original structure
- lunch at Meiji Mura and ample time for photos
- Departure from Sakae at 9:00 AM and return by 5:00~ PM

The entrance fees of both Meiji Mura Museum Village, and Inuyama castle are included in the price and will be paid by me.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Private transportation
Inuyama castle entrance fees

✗ Not Included

Meiji Mura Entrance fees

Itinerary

Stop 1

Morning — Meiji Mura (明治村): Japan’s “time machine” Meiji Mura isn’t a normal museum. It’s a full village built from real historical buildings that were saved from destruction and moved here. You’ll literally walk through the moment Japan changed forever: the Meiji era (1868–1912), when the country rapidly modernized, opened to the world, and merged Japanese traditions with Western influences. I’ll guide you through the most iconic spots and explain: why the Meiji era was a turning point in Japanese history how architecture reflects politics, identity, and modernization This spot is very hard to go without car so we will do the village together and go straight to Inuyama Castle right after ! Admission fees 2500 yen

Stop 2

Afternoon — Inuyama (犬山): old town + one of Japan’s oldest original castles After Meiji Mura, we’ll head to Inuyama, a beautiful castle town with a traditional atmosphere. The highlight is Inuyama Castle (犬山城) — a rare treasure. It’s considered one of the few original castles in Japan that were never destroyed, meaning the main keep you climb today is authentic, dating back to Japan’s feudal period. You’ll feel it immediately: steep wooden stairs, defensive design, and a view from the top that still looks like a samurai-era landscape. Then we’ll walk through Inuyama’s old streets, enjoy the local vibe, and I’ll share the best spots depending on your interests (history, photography, snacks, river scenery). Inuyama castle entrance fees 500YEN